We all know that most of us should drink more water – but why exactly? And are you drinking enough of the right stuff? Fast Water Facts 2/3rds (ish) of your body is made of water with the majority (66-70%) in your cells and LYMPH system. Your lymph system is Read on…
Category: Nutrition
Kimberley Naturopathic Doctor Hours
I am VERY EXCITED to announce I will be opening up Naturopathic clinic hours in Kimberley for 2020! I will be seeing patients at the “Red House” at 850 Wallinger Ave starting on January 10th, 2020. Book Cranbrook/Online Appointment Book Kimberley Appointment Kimberley is blessed with a plethora of amazing health Read on…
Dopamine for motivation
Dopamine is one of my favourite molecules. I work a lot with mental health, energy, motivation and mood in my naturopathic practice and dopamine a huge factor for all of them. It is also highly connected to goal setting and improving habits which are things I am always working on Read on…
Herbs in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Herbal medicines are something I use with every single patient I treat. One herb can multiple beneficial effects and can help support low gradual changes for wellness as well as dramatic shifts in health. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding are no different for the beneficial effects of herbs, we just need to Read on…
Pre-Natal Support Part 2
For general nutrition and lifestyle support for both sexes see Part 1 Male specific support Spermatogenesis is an energetically demanding process that requires optimal intake of antioxidants, minerals and other nutrients. Interestingly, only ~10% of male ejaculate is sperm. The remaining 80- 90% is a combination of nourishing and protecting Read on…
Pre-Natal Support part 1
Congratulations! You are going to start preparing to create a tiny human! Pre-natal preparation is important to ensure healthy conception, pregnancy and future of the little one. Preparation for both Male and Female partners: Both maternal and sperm health are important. To maximize the health of both I recommend just Read on…
Cranbrook Doctor Clinic Hours
Update to the Cranbrook doctor hours for naturopathic medicine with Dr. K! Open 4 days a week, with early morning, evening, and weekend hours for your convenience! If you have trouble finding a time that works for your schedule let me know! Access to good medicine and health includes easy Read on…
Seasonal Affective Disorder and How to Deal with It.
Autumnal colours and the smell of change is in the air! For many of us in the Kootenays we are getting PUMPED at the closeness of the ski season, but with the powder comes shorter day light hours, colder nights and mornings, and the dreaded seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Like Read on…
St John’s Wort – herbal sunshine.
Hypericum perforatum, or St John’s wort, is a wonderful herb that can be found all over the western side of the Canada and the US. This wonderful plant is one of the most used in my practice and it is the perfect time for me to harvest some to make Read on…
Herbal Tinctures
Herbal tinctures are one of my favourite forms of medicine. I use them everyday and with almost every patient because they are so quick acting and customizable. What is a tincture? A tincture is a liquid extract of a dried or fresh herb. Tinctures can be made with alcohol, glycerine Read on…